Qualitative Data
What Qualitative Data means in Geography GCSE, as defined for AQA, Pearson Edexcel.
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Data such as opinions in a blog, involving words, descriptions and opinions rather than numbers.
Descriptive, non-numerical data based on observations and opinions (e.g., field sketches, bipolar surveys).
Descriptive data that records qualities, opinions, and perceptions.
Topics that use Qualitative Data
- Use of qualitative and quantitative data (AQA GCSE)
- Geographical investigations − fieldwork: Investigating human environments (central/inner urban area OR rural settlements) (Pearson Edexcel GCSE)
- Geographical investigations − fieldwork: Investigating physical environments (river landscapes OR coastal landscapes) (Pearson Edexcel GCSE)
Related terms
- Quantitative Data
- Primary Data
- Secondary Data
- Data analysis
- Data interpretation
- Graphical sources
- Limitations
- Primary data collection
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